November Events

November 1
Peter Wentz Farmstead

This children's program at Peter Wentz Farmstead will give kids a sense for what life was like as a soldier in the American Revolution. All children in attendance will then join in writing a thank you note to current servicemembers.

November 3
Peter Wentz Farmstead

Discover what nighttime was like in 1700s during this special event at Peter Wentz Farmstead. Guided tours will be offered between 7:30 and 8:50 p.m. and will showcase what life was like in the Wentz home in the evening hours.

November 4
Hope Lodge

The sound of musket fire will ring out on Saturday, November 4, during the annual 1777 Whitemarsh Encampment at Hope Lodge. The day includes Revolutionary War skirmishes, Colonial craft demonstrations, an appearance by Ben Franklin and more.

November 4
Pottsgrove Manor

The property that became Pottsgrove Manor was purchased by ironmaster John Potts in 1751. Learn the history behind the land, the purchase, and the development of the land during a talk by historian Dan Graham.

November 7
Washington Memorial Chapel

The Valley Forge Park Alliance presents its Speaker Series events on the first Tuesday of the month at the Washington Memorial Chapel inside Valley Forge Park. This month, author Janet Uhlar speaks on the importance of Brigadier General Nathanael Greene, and how his work saved the Continental Army three times.

November 11
Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge Park honors our nation's military veterans during the annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The event includes a commemoration service at the United States National Memorial Arch as well as interpretive programs and special park tours.

November 12
Highlands Mansion

Tally Ho! The grounds of Highlands Mansion will thunder with the hoof beat of an old-fashioned hunt each November. Although there are no foxes involved (the horses and hounds follow a scented bag), the hunt is still a sight to behold. A traditional breakfast is served in the mansion on the morning of the event.

November 13
Historic General Warren Restaurant

Presented by the Paoli Battlefield Preservation Fund, A Revolutionary Lecture Series takes a deeper look at the Revolutionary War and America's path to freedom. In November, Kim Burdick will talk about her new book Revolutionary Delaware, and the role that the First State played in the fight for independence.

November 18
Graeme Park

Graeme Park has a ghostly legacy dating back more than 250 years. On November 18, visitors have a chance to experience the haunted history during a paranormal investigation. The event is open to the public, but reservations are required.

Beginning November 21
Pennypacker Mills

Holiday traditions continue as the halls of Pennypacker Mills are decked for Christmas. Beginning November 21, tours of the historic home will include the splendor of a Victorian Christmas. Holiday tours continue through January 7.

November 24 - January 7
Pottsgrove Manor

Learn about holiday traditions of England and Colonial America during Pottsgrove Manor's Twelfth Night Tours. Starting November 24, the historic home will be adorned in seasonal decorations, and tours will focus on the history of the holidays.

November 25
Graeme Park

Graem Park's annual Christmas celebration brings to life holidays in the 18th Century with 20-minute candlelit tours. Listen to traditional colonial crolers, see the Tapestry Dancers perform and meet costumed historical interpreters. Beer tastings with Round Guys Brewery and hot mulled cider and wine with Hatboro Beverages are also part of the event. 

November 30
Historical Society of Montgomery County

Montgomery County is home to some of the most historic homes in the Philadelphia region, dating back to before the American Revolution. Learn about the history of architecture, regional differences, and design and construction techniques that were used between 1700 and 1920 during this special presentation at the Historical Society of Montgomery County.